When to Plant Celeriac in Marion County, KY
Celeriac is a celery relative grown for its knobby, flavorful root rather than its stalks. It has a rich celery flavor and is excellent roasted, mashed, or in soups.
Marion County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 196 days.
At an elevation of 2,021 feet, Marion County receives approximately 41.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Celeriac during the growing season.
Marion County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.8-7.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 โ consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Celeriac Planting Timeline โ Marion County, KY
Celeriac Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 9 | Mar 9 โ Mar 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 13 | Apr 13 โ Apr 27 |
| Direct Sow | March 30 | Mar 30 โ Apr 20 |
| Fall Sowing | August 17 | Aug 17 โ Aug 31 |
| Harvest | July 27 | Jul 27 โ Aug 31 |
Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | โ |
| February | โ |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | โ |
| June | โ |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | โ |
| October | โ |
| November | โ |
| December | โ |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
High โ keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
100โ120 days
Soil pH
6 โ 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
196 days
Growing Tips for Marion County
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Remove side roots as they develop to encourage a single large bulb. Harvest after a light frost for best flavor.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Avoid Planting Near
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celeriac in Marion County, KY?
Marion County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Celeriac planting based on this frost date โ see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Marion County, KY?
Marion County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 26.
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